Published on March 27, 2017

This is the budget-friendly, vegetarian burger meal you’ve been waiting for. We have all the good things: potato wedges, a salad full of avocado and some scrumptious lentil burgers. Dinner is served!

Published on March 20, 2017

Take a break from chicken and cheese and stuff those wraps with this vegetarian filling instead. Okay, we would never leave out the cheese. But with mushies, baby marrows, red onion and healthy mozzarella, this is a guilt-free all rounder.

Published on March 13, 2017

Did you know that you can make risotto from barley? This lovely ingredient is much cheaper than Arborio rice and it is one of the lowest GI (Glycaemic Index) grains around, making it a great choice for diabetics and for anyone who is trying to eat healthy. Our lemon barley risotto is nice and light […]

Published on March 6, 2017

Making pasta at home is one thing every foodie should be able to do, and it’s easier than you could ever imagine. And you don’t even need a pasta machine, just a deft hand with a rolling pin and a sharp knife. We start you off easy with home-made tagliatelle and a deliciously creamy meat-free sauce.

Published on March 2, 2017

Smile! Because we’ve got halloumi kebabs on the menu today! This is one cheese that always goes down well when you have a crowd over, and when it is served on a stick surrounded by bright and sweet peppers, what more could you want? Even better, pop them on the braai for a bit of extra char before serving.

Published on March 2, 2017

The Italians taught us the winning combo of tomato and basil, now Royco has perfected the flavour in their ready-made sauce mix. Let's dig in!

Published on February 28, 2017

This Italian veggie and bean soup is hearty and filling - perfect for a nutrient-dense meatless Monday that won’t leave you missing the meat. It’s also a lovely way to use up stale bread or bread crusts.

Published on February 20, 2017

Chowder is a hearty, milk-based soup thta was brought to the shores of New England in the US. The original calls for seafood, but it can be made with chicken, vegetables, cheese, peas or potatoes (Manhattan chowder even uses tomatoes). We devised a yummy veggie option perfect for meat-free Monday.

Published on February 13, 2017

Pronounced ‘nyoki’, these little Italian dumplings are eaten like pasta. Depending on the region, they can be made with flour, potatoes, semolina, breadcrumbs or even ricotta. There is also nothing like the taste of brown butter; add in some cream cheese and you have mouth-watering, budget-friendly, meat-free meal.

Published on February 7, 2017

These Italian, stuffed rice balls are coated in breadcrumbs and then fried. They get their name because they look like little oranges which are called ‘arance’ in Italian. And we can guarantee they will be a hit as a bar snack at your next social do.